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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 03, 1925
Page
8
Deputy Health Commissioner says the case involved a young man in Brisbane. Efforts were made to locate all places he visited and persons he contacted. The finding of the last confirmed exposure date points to October 1922 in the metropolitan area.
A Traveston inquiry into a railway derailment examines brake shoe springs and possible gear faults. Inspectors note damaged springs, track conditions, and the timing of the crash, with witnesses detailing wheel and undercarriage health and the moment of derailment at about 20 miles per hour.
In Charters Towers on July 2 a railway mishap occurred mirroring a prior disaster. A shunter failed to heed signals as a train was drawn into yards. The guard signalled but did not hear, and the shunter eventually managed to move a box car, forcing an emergency stop.
Melbourne police report four boys and a girl involved in shop breaking and factory damage at South Melbourne and Montague. A boy claimed others aided in a shooting incident, with police tracing confessions and noting a girl aged 12 linked to school and cinema trips. Parents say they could not control the children.
Ow Gwin reports a court proceeding in Townsville on July 2 where the judge ruled on wage rates and preference in a labor dispute involving the Northern Division. The decision kept pay rates as per the existing agreement with the brewery and charter operators while granting preference to certain workers for shifts and minor changes to the award, affecting employees working beyond a year.
The government announced arrangements with officials to implement the 44 hour week with due reward for special circumstances. Police staff will retain current allowances. sergeants receive 53 pounds, sergeants 60, acting sergeant 27, constables 24 pounds annually.
Santa Barbara July 2 The Arkansas arrived with doctors to aid exhausted players and marines amid a massive quake aftermath. Authorities hold ten million dollars in valuables awaiting claims as officials fear another quake could level the city. Pedestrians face danger from rolling debris and falling cornice while workmen prepare dynamite as relief efforts continue.
A July 2 dispatch from Varis cites Le Temps estimating French casualties and losses in a recent Moroccan offensive. The correspondent notes a chaotic exchange of artillery and counterattacks, with French forces pressing forward and preparatory moves described by observers.
Soondors July 2 one of the most mnere paper at the Tameenational Railway Congress which dealt with suburban trafic was prepared by two English ex who credited Sydney Central stags in dealing with the preatesumber of trains hawrly and New York Central Station with the mort frissenarrs heudly.
A terse notice reports a rate reduction for press cabling service. Officials announce lower fees and improved access for media outlets, citing budget relief and broader coverage. The item emphasizes fiscal prudence and continued support for press operations.
Melbourne debates the Immigration Bill with N S Labour members Lathan Blakely and Lazzarini opposing or supporting amendments. The minister defends drastic deportation provisions while opposition warns of undermining workers rights and trade disruption. Intermittent remarks reference the Arbitration Act and potential deportations under broader migration control.
Sydney July 2 The trial of C Awe in connection with the Kedfern tragedy continued. He described his movements that night claiming innocence as he recounted screams heard, a revolver shot, and two men seen near the back door. He said he later learned Mia Quirk and her daughter were injured while others fled. The defense rested amid questions about an Allan sighting and a plea that he was not involved. The court adjourned to tomorrow.
In Brisbane the Amalgamated Foodworkers union asked Judge Webb for a new award after 44 hours weekly. Bakers claim a five day week is needed, while employers argue public demand and price pressure require a seven hour day increase. The dispute centers on shifts, pay, and whether to start at night or mid afternoon to deliver fresh bread.
July 1 report notes a bettor named in the piece revisited past tactics after a controversial wager. The account contrasts current actions with prior strategies, suggesting a shift in approach rather than a fundamental change of intent.
Report describes a large naval formation off Wanikon near Hawaii with ships forming intricate patterns. Squadrons practice simulated wartime sorties as a U S fleet travels toward Australia to showcase naval power and assemble at Sydney before dark.
The May meeting of the cooperative bacon company discusses May production, distribution to butchers, and factory outputs at Florent. Directors contest reelection. nominations to be advertised. Plans include stockholder considerations and a conference with the Pig Pool Board regarding pricing and classifications.
Members of the Australian Loan Council met in Melbourne on Monday to discuss a matter of urgent public finance. Mr Callies left on Saturday and did not attend the hastily convened session.
Atherton staged a rifle scoring event on July 1 with continued Sunday sessions. Reported scores include multiple entries with names and results, though parts of the text are garbled. Event details and participant names are partially legible amidst OCR errors.
Article discusses tension between seamen and authorities in Australia over arbitration and strikes. It quotes Mer Bruce and Prime Minister remarks on tactics, government plans to ensure essential services like mail delivery, and potential interstate disruptions. Movements foresee clashes between Tasmania and the mainland as crews threaten shutdowns.
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